Licensed Vocational Nurse

About the position

Under the direction of the administrator and lead nurse, this position performs general office and clerical duties requiring the ability to interpret and apply procedures and policies to assigned responsibilities. Clerical duties require the ability to perform light typing/keyboarding using a typewriter or computer and familiarity of modern office procedures. Nursing functions include but are not limited to First Aid, CPR, administration of medications, specialized healthcare procedures and techniques, signs and symptoms of child abuse, infection control procedures, hazardous waste management, record keeping and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform general office and clerical duties.
• Interpret and apply procedures and policies to assigned responsibilities.
• Perform light typing/keyboarding using a typewriter or computer.
• Administer First Aid and CPR.
• Administer medications and perform specialized healthcare procedures.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of child abuse.
• Implement infection control procedures.
• Manage hazardous waste.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and reporting.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid State of California License of Vocational Nursing or Registered Nursing.
• Possession of a valid State of California Class 'C' driver's license depending upon assignment.
• Ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability and property damage insurance rates.
• Possession of a standard Red Cross First-Aid Certificate within three months of appointment may be required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.